2005 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 489 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DB9.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Nissan | Aston Martin |
| Model | Armada | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2344 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
